Bank of Utah
Communications & Community Engagement Specialist
Bank of Utah, Ogden, Utah, United States, 84403
Communications & Community Engagement Specialist
Bank of Utah is seeking a Communications & Community Engagement Specialist to work Monday - Friday at our Branch located at 2605 Washington Blvd, Ogden, UT. The specialist plays a key role in advancing the bank’s brand, voice and community mission. Reporting to the SVP of Marketing & Communications and working closely with the bank’s content writer and PR partner, this role manages communications across internal and external audiences while leading community engagement efforts with partners and organizations. This is a collaborative, execution-focused position that blends storytelling, sponsorship promotion, event support and community impact to strengthen the bank’s presence, both within the organization and in the communities it serves. Responsibilities
Draft, edit and distribute internal communications—including alerts, department updates, company-wide bulletins and employee newsletters—to ensure timely, clear and consistent messaging across the organization. Draft, edit and distribute external communications—including press releases, media advisories, speeches and talking points— that promote the bank’s brand, initiatives and community impact. Maintain the bank’s communications calendar to ensure timely updates for employees, customers and stakeholders. Support storytelling efforts by identifying newsworthy initiatives and creating content highlighting the bank’s community engagement, customer impact and corporate milestones. Coordinate and collect stories, quotes and collateral from internal teams and community partners. Assist with website and social media content updates in collaboration with the digital team. Collaborate with the PR partner to support earned media opportunities and organize media events. Track and report on PR performance metrics. Track and manage sponsorships, donations and related budgets; coordinate volunteer opportunities and report on community impact. Serve as liaison for community education initiatives and assist with planning and on-site support for bank-sponsored events. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or related field. 3–5 years of experience in communications, community relations or nonprofit partnership support, preferably in a financial or regulated industry. Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across departments and with the community. Organized, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with content management systems, email marketing platforms and social media tools is a plus. Preferred Skills
Experience coordinating PR campaigns. Familiarity with community giving, CRA tracking or nonprofit partnerships. Understanding of brand voice and messaging strategy. Positive, team-oriented attitude with a passion for community involvement and clear communication. Job Details
Employment type: Full-time Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Base pay range: $26.00/hr - $31.00/hr Location: Ogden, UT
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Bank of Utah is seeking a Communications & Community Engagement Specialist to work Monday - Friday at our Branch located at 2605 Washington Blvd, Ogden, UT. The specialist plays a key role in advancing the bank’s brand, voice and community mission. Reporting to the SVP of Marketing & Communications and working closely with the bank’s content writer and PR partner, this role manages communications across internal and external audiences while leading community engagement efforts with partners and organizations. This is a collaborative, execution-focused position that blends storytelling, sponsorship promotion, event support and community impact to strengthen the bank’s presence, both within the organization and in the communities it serves. Responsibilities
Draft, edit and distribute internal communications—including alerts, department updates, company-wide bulletins and employee newsletters—to ensure timely, clear and consistent messaging across the organization. Draft, edit and distribute external communications—including press releases, media advisories, speeches and talking points— that promote the bank’s brand, initiatives and community impact. Maintain the bank’s communications calendar to ensure timely updates for employees, customers and stakeholders. Support storytelling efforts by identifying newsworthy initiatives and creating content highlighting the bank’s community engagement, customer impact and corporate milestones. Coordinate and collect stories, quotes and collateral from internal teams and community partners. Assist with website and social media content updates in collaboration with the digital team. Collaborate with the PR partner to support earned media opportunities and organize media events. Track and report on PR performance metrics. Track and manage sponsorships, donations and related budgets; coordinate volunteer opportunities and report on community impact. Serve as liaison for community education initiatives and assist with planning and on-site support for bank-sponsored events. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or related field. 3–5 years of experience in communications, community relations or nonprofit partnership support, preferably in a financial or regulated industry. Excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships across departments and with the community. Organized, detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects. Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with content management systems, email marketing platforms and social media tools is a plus. Preferred Skills
Experience coordinating PR campaigns. Familiarity with community giving, CRA tracking or nonprofit partnerships. Understanding of brand voice and messaging strategy. Positive, team-oriented attitude with a passion for community involvement and clear communication. Job Details
Employment type: Full-time Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Base pay range: $26.00/hr - $31.00/hr Location: Ogden, UT
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